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    “It’s the recognition that other people’s problems, their pain and frustrations, are every bit as real as our own – often far worse. In recognizing this fact and trying to offer some assistance, we open our hearts and greatly enhance our sense of gratitude.” ~ Richard Carlson, Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff

      “True happiness is to enjoy the present, without anxious dependence upon the future, not to amuse ourselves with either hopes or fears but to rest satisfied with what we have, which is sufficient, for he that is so wants nothing. The greatest blessings of mankind are within us and within our reach. A wise man is content with his lot, whatever it may be, without wishing for what he has not.” ~ Seneca

        “Suddenly you’re ripped into being alive. And life is pain, and life is suffering, and life is horror, but my god you’re alive and its spectacular.” ~  Joseph Campbell

          “Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

            "The secret of happiness is to count your blessings while others are adding up their troubles." ~ William Penn

              If we do not feel grateful for what we already have, what makes us think we'd be happy with more?

                “Upon awakening, let the words, ‘Thank You’ flow from your lips, for this will remind you to begin your day with gratitude and compassion.” ~ Wayne Dyer

                  “Reflect upon your present blessings — of which every man has many — not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.” ~ Charles Dickens

                    Stop and take a moment to admire all the beautiful things you take for granted every day.

                    Stop and take a moment to admire all the beautiful things you take for granted every day.

                      “As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.” ~ John F. Kennedy

                        “He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has.”  ~ Epictetus